Does the 2016 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?

The 2016 Toyota Tundra has 6 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with air bags:knee bolster.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2016 Toyota Tundra?

152 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Toyota Tundra.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 Toyota Tundra?

There are 228 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Toyota Tundra.

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Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Maintenance & Lubrication
Specifications
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Technical Service Bulletins
Wiring Diagrams

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2016 Toyota Tundra Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #17V41600029/06/2017Component: AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Tundra vehicles. The affected vehicles have a passenger knee air bag module that was attached to the instrument panel mount

Consequence

The incorrect bolts may cause the air bag module to loosen over time, affecting the performance of t

Remedy

All of the affected vehicles have been inspected and any incorrect knee air bag mounting bolts have

NHTSA #17V05100024/01/2017Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tundra vehicles equipped with a resin rear step bumper and resin reinforcement brackets (vehicles with chrome step bump

Consequence

If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper may break awa

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets wit

NHTSA #21E10300023/12/2021Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C13

Consequence

An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notificati

NHTSA #21V92000023/11/2021Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which

Consequence

An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Own

NHTSA #17V31100011/05/2017Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by

Consequence

Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk

Remedy

SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recal

NHTSA #16V42000009/06/2016Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modificatio

Consequence

An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free

TSB #11028712

Some 2005 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Servic

TSB #11022964

Some customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using Bluetooth Hands Free. This is caused by the phone Hands Free volume being too low.

TSB #11020657

The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant

TSB #11012744

The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicl

TSB #11012743

To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and in

TSB #11012742

Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood

TSB #11012735

Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure i

TSB #11012727

Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the

Showing the 8 most recent of 228 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20191230Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported

2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA. CONSUMER STATES THAT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT LOCK DURING COLLISION. *LD *JS

20191230Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONTCrash reported

2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA. CONSUMER STATES THAT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT LOCK DURING COLLISION. *LD *JS

20180111Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported

I PURCHASED A NEW TRAILER TO PICK UP MY NEW TRACTOR. I TESTED THE TRAILER BRAKES KNOWING I WAS PULLING A LARGE LOAD AND DIDN'T WANT AN ACCIDENT. THE BRAKES APPEARED TO APPLY BUT DUE TO IT NOT BEING LO

20180111Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCrash reported

20170908Component: STRUCTURE:BODY1 injured

I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW TOYOTA TRUCK. I STEP ON THE REAR BUMPER WHEN THE TRUCK WAS STATIONARY AND NEARLY BROKE MY LEG, I NOTICED THAT THE REAR BUMPER APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN ALREADY BROKEN. WHEN I TO

Showing the 5 most serious of 152 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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